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Harbour Master, Port of Aberdeen2009 – 2024 · 15 years

Safe running of a busy North Sea port: pilotage, berthing, dredging and emergency planning.

Deputy Harbour Master, Peterhead Port1999 – 2009 · 10 years

Fishing and offshore-supply traffic; harbour safety and working with the fishing fleet.

Master, North Sea supply vessels1990 – 1999 · 9 years

Commanded supply ships serving offshore platforms in all weathers.

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North East Sea Cadets TrustExample charity
Checked against the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register. Gives young people in Aberdeenshire their first time at sea.

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